This past Saturday, I attended an awards ceremony for a local walking football club at The Clubhouse at La Sala. Known for its vibrant ambiance and impeccable service, the venue provided the perfect backdrop for a memorable evening dedicated to celebrating the sport and its community.
The highlight of the evening was the celebration of walking football, a sport gaining momentum among those over 50. Tony Aiello, the Chairman of AC Benahavís Football Club, shared how walking football started as a simple activity for staying active but soon grew into a community with over 50 members. “Initially, it was just a group of guys looking to stay active,” Tony said. “But soon enough, we had over 50 members.”
Walking football, requiring players to always have one foot on the ground, minimises injury risks while remaining fast-paced and engaging. The club’s achievements in its second year in the Andalusian Walking Football League were a testament to their hard work. The over-50s team won the league title, and the over-60s team triumphed in the Euro Cup in Portugal in 2023.
The awards ceremony not only celebrated these victories but also highlighted the club’s community and charitable efforts. The club’s kits proudly display the Samaritans of Spain’s free phone number, raising awareness and promoting their cause. They’ve also raised over 1,500 euros for the “Darkness into Light” initiative. “La Sala symbolises the community spirit and camaraderie that walking football fosters,” Tony noted.
The evening was filled with heartfelt moments and reflections on the impact of walking football…
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Author: The Walking Football
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